One Day Trip to Kyoto & Nara! Embark on a Cultural Journey through Kyoto & Nara.

One Day Trip to Kyoto & Nara! Embark on a Cultural Journey through Kyoto & Nara.

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Highlights of the activity
Itinerary arrangement

Japan is one of the top travel destinations for many people, and the Kansai region is especially the cradle of Japanese culture and history. Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka are located close to each other, making it easy to take a day trip and unlock your cultural journey! You can choose to depart from Osaka VIP Villa Namba or Kyoto VIP Lounge, enjoy comfortable and convenient pick-up and drop-off services, and listen to professional Chinese and English guides for a relaxed and enjoyable trip.

Highlights of the activity

- Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and walk through the world-famous, magnificent and mysterious "Thousand Torii Gates". - Stroll along the tranquil waterfront and verdant bamboo grove tunnels, savoring the beauty of Arashiyama. - Visit Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), a dazzling yet serene World Heritage Site. - Interact with the highly spiritual deer herd at Nara Park and experience the joy of feeding them firsthand. - Visit Todai-ji Temple, a world heritage site and the largest wooden structure in the world, to admire the grandeur of the Great Buddha of Nara. - Enjoy comfortable and convenient pick-up and drop-off service with English-speaking guides providing insightful tours.

Itinerary arrangement

07:50 Gather
09:40 Kinkaku-ji Temple
Admire the stunning golden exterior of Kinkaku-ji Temple and its beautiful reflection in the water, experiencing the beauty of Japanese architecture.
10:50 Arashiyama
Visit popular attractions such as Togetsukyo Bridge and Tenryu-ji Temple.
(Lunch on your own)
13:40 Fushimi Inari Shrine
Highly revered and historically significant, the "Senbon Torii" (thousands of torii gates) that stretch endlessly is world-famous.
15:30 Nara Park & Todai-ji Temple
18:00 Return to starting point

Our first stop is Kinkaku-ji Temple in Kyoto, also known as the Golden Pavilion. Its golden exterior shines brightly, exuding solemnity and transcendence. It's a significant historical building listed as a World Cultural Heritage site. You can stroll through the poetic bamboo forest tunnel of Arashiyama here, enjoying the gentle breeze rustling the bamboo leaves and immersing yourself in this beautiful moment, listening to the melodious symphony of nature. When the surface of the water is calm and undisturbed, the Golden Pavilion and its reflection create a picture of perfect symmetry.

Next, you can visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, which is the head shrine of all Inari Shrines in Japan. It holds a high status and has a long history. The countless "Senbon Torii" (thousands of vermilion torii gates) before your eyes are also an internationally renowned sight.

Afterwards, you can visit Todai-ji Temple, a World Heritage Site. This is the largest wooden structure in the world and houses the magnificent Nara Great Buddha. The deer population in Nara Park is also a major feature of Nara. They are considered "messengers of the gods" and are designated as national treasures of Japan.

This day trip allows you to eliminate concerns about transportation and itinerary planning, offering a smart and efficient choice. Popular attractions such as majestic shrines and stunning secret spots beckon you to explore firsthand the unique charm of Japan's Kansai region! In this exhilarating journey, you'll delve deep into experiencing Japan's history and culture.
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